NodeJS Backend Engineer

Important Information 

Location: Brazil
Job Mode: Full-time 
Work Mode: Hybrid - Campinas

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer to join a fast-growing, e-commerce SaaS startup that is revolutionizing digital commerce through embedded checkouts and AI-driven integrations. This role involves building scalable microservices, improving code quality, and contributing to innovative product development in a dynamic, multicultural environment.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Design, develop, and maintain microservices and APIs for high-performance e-commerce solutions;
• Collaborate in product discussions, providing technical insights to shape features and architecture;
• Ensure codebase quality by implementing best practices, patterns, and continuous improvements;
• Deploy and monitor services in production environments;
• Maintain and enhance Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for efficient and reliable deployments.
  

Essential Skills

• Proven professional experience in backend or full-stack development;
• Strong experience with JavaScript, TypeScript, and Node.js;
• Proven track record of working with microservices, APIs, and cloud-based environments;
• Live closer to Campinas-SP (RMC) since this position will be a hybrid position (at most 2-3 days per week at the office);
• Strong understanding of software design principles, testing strategies, and deployment processes;
• Proficiency in Git, Linux, and SQL;
• Familiarity with IaC, TDD, and modern development practices;
• Hands-on experience with tools such as Postman, Sonar, Honeycomb, and Cloudflare;
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and version control using GitHub;
• Experience in agile development methodologies and collaborative workflows.
• Advanced English proficiency for clear and effective communication.

Highly Desirable Skills

• Exposure to AI tools (e.g., Claude, Cursor) and their integration into software solutions;
• Experience with performance monitoring and observability platforms;
• Knowledge of cloud security and scalable infrastructure.

About Encora

Encora is the preferred digital engineering and modernization partner of some of the world’s leading enterprises and digital native companies. With over 9,000 experts in 47+ offices and innovation labs worldwide, Encora’s technology practices include Product Engineering & Development, Cloud Services, Quality Engineering, DevSecOps, Data & Analytics, Digital Experience, Cybersecurity, and AI & LLM Engineering.

At Encora, we hire professionals based solely on their skills and qualifications, and do not discriminate based on age, disability, religion, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or nationality.